County Building Permits

Oakland County, MI - 2026 Building Permit Guide

Building permit information for unincorporated Oakland County and all incorporated cities. Find your jurisdiction's permit authority, application process, fees, and requirements.

Michigan Updated March 2026

Important: Oakland County issues building permits only for properties in unincorporated areas of the county. If your property is inside an incorporated city, select your city below — that city's building department handles your permits, not the county.

Unincorporated Oakland County

Permit authority
Oakland County Health Division (septic permits) / Township Building Departments (general permits)
Address
Oakland County Health Division offices; township offices vary by jurisdiction

Jurisdictions in Oakland County

Select your jurisdiction for local permit authority, portal links, application steps, fees, and inspection requirements.

Unincorporated Oakland County Permit guide → Birmingham Permit guide → Farmington Hills Permit guide → Novi Permit guide → Pontiac Permit guide → Rochester Hills Permit guide → Royal Oak Permit guide → Southfield Permit guide → Troy Permit guide →

Information on this page was last verified: March 2026. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with the relevant city or county department before applying.

Related Michigan Resources

License Requirements Verify your contractor's Michigan license → Contract Template Free homeowner-contractor agreement →

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Important: This page is an educational resource provided by jaspector.com. It is not legal advice, and it does not substitute for official guidance from the permit authorities listed above. Permit requirements, fees, and processes change frequently. Always verify current requirements directly with the issuing department before beginning any construction project. Use of this page does not create an attorney-client relationship. Jaspector assumes no liability for any outcomes arising from reliance on this information.